Konica Minolta India, a global name in digital printing technology, made a significant impact at this year’s Labelexpo India 2024 with its latest range of innovations in label printing such as its legacy AccurioLabel series along with associated technologies. The products were aimed at print businesses of all types and sizes – ranging from established converters to emerging entrepreneurs.
Three comprehensive demo sessions were featured each day. Each session included detailed presentations on the AccurioLabel series, followed by guided walk-throughs of the application areas. Visitors witnessed live demonstrations, where experts showcased in real-time the label printing across various substrates and applications, highlighting the systems’ versatility and precision.
Konica Minolta presented its flagship AccurioLabel 400, a digital label press featuring CMYK plus white toner capabilities, and print speeds of up to 39.9 meters per minute (mpm). The system offers enhanced automation tools and can handle single jobs up to 3000 meters, making it ideal for food, beverage, cosmetics, and industrial labels.
The AccurioLabel 230 was also showcased, delivering speeds of 23.4 mpm with reduced downtime and an optional over-print kit for preprinted media. The AL230 excels in printing on tack papers and films, handling roll materials up to 600mm diameter, and single jobs up to 1000 linear meters.
Both systems are complemented by AccurioPro Flux software for streamlined workflow automation and feature advanced color management capabilities. The presses demonstrated remarkable substrate versatility, supporting standard label stocks while maintaining consistent print quality and color accuracy.
These solutions particularly meet the growing demands for personalization, shorter delivery times, and on-demand printing runs, adding wind to the sail of emerging and established print businesses.
Ashok Sethi, chief sales officer of the production and industrial printing business at Konica Minolta said, “Label Expo 2024 has reinforced our commitment to democratizing advanced printing technology. We are particularly proud that a significant portion of our new partnerships are with small and medium-sized businesses, many of whom are first-time entrants into digital label printing. Konica Minolta’s digital solutions have generated a ripple interest across the industry, where new print entrepreneurs, local substrate manufacturers, software integration partners, print equipment vendors, and regional distribution partners stood as key beneficiaries of Konica Minolta’s label and digital printing prowess.”
Pawan Chauhan, head of the industrial print sales division added, “The response at Labelexpo 2024 was overwhelming. We had an overall footfall of more than 700 customers at our stall and we hope to have created a good experience for them via extensive, yet engaging presentations followed by rigorous machine demonstrations & walk-through of the sample displays. This event was a huge success for us in terms of customer engagement, and funnel creation, and the numbers were a true testament to the industry’s trust in our technology and validate our position as a leading provider of digital label printing solutions.”
The exhibition witnessed enthusiastic engagement, with substantial visitor footfall at the Konica Minolta stand over the four-day exhibition. The daily demo sessions were consistently well-attended, with participants showing particular interest in the AccurioLabel 400 demonstrations, which included continuous live printing sessions and numerous unique prints across diverse substrate types.
The white toner applications particularly impressed visitors, with stunning samples across various luxury packaging applications demonstrating the technology’s potential for high-end market segments.
In line with sustainable printing practices, the digital solutions established a reduction in material waste compared to traditional methods, alongside energy efficiency improvements. The company’s toner recycling program garnered strong participation, and numerous converters committed to joining Konica Minolta’s comprehensive sustainability program.
The conclusion of Labelexpo 2024 marks the beginning of numerous new partnerships and opportunities in India’s evolving label printing industry. Konica Minolta’s showcase demonstrated that the future of label printing lies in the seamless integration of digital innovation with practical business needs.
